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0Evaggelia's company provides staff with mobile phones, replacing them every two years even if they are still usable and receiving updates. What scenario best describes this practice?
Answer Options
A
EOL
B
Planned obsolescence
C
EOS
D
Device risk management
Correct Answer: C
Explanation
This is an example of an end-of-support (EOS) scenario. The company is intentionally ending support and needs to address what happens to the devices next—secure disposal, destruction, or re-sale—depending on data security requirements and policies set by the company. EOL is when a device or software is no longer made or supported, in contrast to end of support, which may be when it is no longer serviced, including via patches, upgrades, or organizational maintenance.